Ohio Code 2107.74 – Order of probate prima-facie evidence of attestation, execution and validity of will
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On the trial of any will contest under section 2107.71 of the Revised Code, the order of probate is prima-facie evidence of the attestation, execution, and validity of the will or codicil. The contesting party may call any witness to the will as upon cross examination.
Terms Used In Ohio Code 2107.74
- Codicil: An addition, change, or supplement to a will executed with the same formalities required for the will itself.
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
- Probate: Proving a will
- Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.